Creamed corn is a rich and comforting side dish made with simple ingredients and a creamy seasoned sauce that brings out the natural sweetness of the corn. Whether using fresh or frozen corn, this recipe creates one of those crowd pleasing side dishes that pairs perfectly with all kinds of meals.
The creamy texture comes from blending part of the corn with cream, creating a thick and flavorful sauce that coats every kernel beautifully. Butter and seasoning add extra richness, giving the dish a homemade flavor that feels much more satisfying than canned versions.
This one-pot recipe comes together in about 30 minutes using everyday ingredients that are often already in the kitchen. The combination of sweet corn and creamy sauce makes it simple, comforting, and easy to make again and again.
There are many different ways to prepare creamed corn, from using the milky pulp of fresh corn cobs to pureeing part of the corn for extra thickness. Some recipes keep it simple with cream and butter, while others use different methods to create a richer texture.
Compared to canned cream-style corn, homemade creamed corn has a fresher flavor, creamier texture, and more balanced sweetness. The canned version can still work well in recipes like corn casserole, but homemade creamed corn delivers a much richer and more flavorful side dish.
Homemade Creamed Corn
Creamed corn is one of those timeless, comforting side dish recipes that never fails to please. Sweet corn kernels are gently cooked in a rich, seasoned cream sauce until perfectly tender and flavorful—just like the old-fashioned creamed peas you might remember from childhood.
Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels drained if canned
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ¼ cup milk
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or ⅛ teaspoon dried
Instructions
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Notes
- You can blend more than 1 cup of the corn mixture if you prefer a smoother creamed corn.
- It is important to season generously before serving!
- Creamed corn can be made ahead of time and reheated on low on the stove.
- This recipe can easily be scaled up or down to increase/decrease the servings.
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